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Cheese and molasses brine gain ground on road salt use
A national study highlights rising salt pollution from road deicing and shows agencies increasingly turning to liquid brine mixtures, sometimes with cheese or beer byproducts, to reduce salt use. Wisconsin and Minnesota report successful reductions and cost savings, while experts urge cautious adoption and public cooperation.
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Washington
Illinois
Iowa
Minnesota
New Hampshire
Wisconsin
Amy Barrilleaux
Madison
Clear Roads
Bret Hohne
Public Services
West Des Moines
American Public Works Association
Hodne
Polk County
Global Lake Ecological Observatory Network
Environmental Protection Agency
EPA
Wilf Nixon
The
Salt Institute